The mission of the Gaston County Sheriff's Office as a constitutionally established law enforcement agency, obligated under the laws of the State of North Carolina is to ensure the safety and security of the citizens of Gaston County by housing persons incarcerated by the courts in one of the most secure facilities possible, maintaining the security of the county courthouse and serving civil and criminal documents, evictions, seizure of property or money as ordered by the courts; pursuing and arresting fugitives from legal actions taken through the courts. It is the Sheriff's Office's desire to create a professional yet personal relationship with the citizens of Gaston County in order to serve their needs and improve in every aspect of law enforcement services. |
Sheriff Alan Cloninger was sworn in December 4, 2006.
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